News Archive - School of Medicine

The Explorers: A Passion for Science Leads to New Territory

After decades of working in industry and academia, biophysicists Alex Savtchenko and Elena Molokanova still have big dreams.

Center for AIDS Research Receives $15 Million Renewal Grant From NIH

The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases has awarded a five-year, $15.45 million grant to the San Diego Center for AIDS Research at UC San Diego, renewing support that extends back to an original establishing grant in 1994 at the height of the AIDS epidemic.

Facial Nerve Surgeons Give Firefighter His Smile Back

A specialized team at UC San Diego Health performs facial reanimation surgery to treat facial paralysis.

New Technology Illuminates Bladder Cancer Detection

New UC San Diego Health bladder cancer detection procedure uses blue light and imaging dye to make cancer cells glow pink in clinic and operating room settings.

Study: Endometrial Cancer Treatment Has Significant Results

Researchers at UC San Diego School of Medicine and Moores Cancer Center at UC San Diego Health examined a new treatment approach for endometrial cancer.

Autism Rates Continue to Rise in California

Autism rates are on the rise in the United States, and especially in California. UC San Diego researchers link changing rates and demographics to increased early-detection.

School of Medicine Student on Finding Love as a Trans Woman

Like most people her age, Daniella McDonald spent a lot of time talking with friends about relationships and using dating apps. But, as a transgender woman, the experience for her was much different. She shares insights about her path to meeting her fiancé.